APGary Matthews Jr. did not have a very good run with the Mets. He was designated for assignment on Friday.According to MetsBlog.com, the Mets have sent down outfielder Gary Matthews Jr. and recalled catcher Omir Santos from Double-A Binghamton.

Also, Luis Castillo has gone to the DL. Ruben Tejada has been called up to replace him and may get the majority of the playing time over veteran reserve Alex Cora.

Matthews Jr. struggled mightily since coming over from the Angels this offseason.

He was hitting just .190 in 58 at-bats so far this season.

With the arrival of Santos, the Mets now have three catchers on their active roster, with starter Rod Barajas and backup Henry Blanco, who is nicked up.

The Mets, still awaiting the arrival of Carlos Beltran from the disabled list, now have just one natural centerfielder on their roster, Angel Pagan.